What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Mental Health Therapist position at Cochran Counseling Services?
Job Overview
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Licensed Mental Health Therapist to join our dynamic behavioral health team. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive mental health services to diverse populations, including children, adolescents, and adults. Your expertise will help clients navigate emotional challenges, develop coping strategies, and achieve their wellness goals through evidence-based practices. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on individuals’ lives while working in a supportive and innovative environment. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality clinical care via in-person and telehealth modalities, adhering to all ethical and documentation standards.
Duties
- Conduct thorough mental health assessments and diagnostic evaluations utilizing ICD-9 and ICD-10 coding standards to develop personalized treatment plans.
- Provide individual, group, family, and child/youth therapy sessions using modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused therapy, psychodynamic therapy, art therapy, dance therapy, and behavior management techniques.
- Deliver crisis intervention and crisis management services to clients experiencing acute emotional distress or emergencies.
- Facilitate intake processes for new clients, ensuring comprehensive documentation in electronic health records (EHR/EMR) systems while maintaining HIPAA compliance.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation according to clinical documentation standards and treatment planning protocols; ensure timely submission of medical records and billing codes such as CPT coding.
Requirements
- Valid state licensure as a Licensed Mental Health Therapist (e.g., LMFT, LCSW, LPC) with current certification to practice independently.
- Proven experience working with children, adolescents, or special populations.
- Strong knowledge of psychotherapy modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, trauma-focused therapy, behavior management strategies, and addiction counseling.
- Experience conducting mental health assessments using ICD-9/ICD-10 coding systems; familiarity with medical terminology is preferred.
- Ability to deliver services via telehealth platforms while maintaining clinical ethical guidelines and HIPAA compliance standards.
- Excellent communication skills for client engagement and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
- Knowledge of clinical research methods and data collection techniques relevant to behavioral health outcomes is advantageous.
Join us in transforming lives through compassionate mental health care! We are committed to fostering a supportive environment where your expertise makes a difference every day—empowering clients to thrive emotionally and psychologically in a safe space built on trust and professionalism.
Pay: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Salary : $35 - $50